Appointment of a Class Teacher; primarily the teaching of English Ofsted stated (2023): “The school’s ethos and values are central to every aspect of school life at Walkwood Church of England Middle School. Relationships between pupils and teachers are strong. Pupils enjoy their learning. Pupils achieve well, including those with special educational needs and / or disabilities (SEND)” SIAMS stated (2024): Led by the vision, leaders are resolute in driving forward the work of the school. This ensures positive outcomes for pupils and adults. Pastoral care is exceptional and extends from the school into the local community. As a result of this feeling of being treasured, lives are transformed. There is a strong culture of togetherness, respect and trust between all members of the school community. We are looking for a teacher who is: An outstanding classroom practitioner. Able to establish and maintain high expectations, challenge and support for all pupils through a fully inclusive approach. Able to share the vision for and deliver a curriculum that links content, skills and values, building on prior knowledge. Responsive and proactive, to enable sustained high standards of learning and teaching for their pupils. Able to provide effective pastoral care and understanding of all pupils. Flexible and able to work effectively as part of a team. An excellent communicator with pupils and all stakeholders. A reflective practitioner. Committed to their own professional development. Committed to promoting our Christian Ethos and values. The post holder will be responsible for planning, delivering and assessing high quality lessons which engage and inspire all learners across KS2 and KS3. The successful candidate will demonstrate consistently high standards of teaching and excellent classroom management. We can offer: A committed and supportive leadership team Wonderful, motivated children A commitment to your future professional development Support from the whole community of our church school Support from The Spire Academy Trust (currently transitioning) The post is available from 1 September 2026 or as soon as the candidate is available after that date (subject to satisfactory clearance checks). Closing date for applications is 9:00am Monday 22nd June 2026. Short-listed candidates will be contacted soon after this date. Interviews will take place shortly after the closing date. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake all relevant safeguarding checks and an enhanced DBS check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email. Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website Redditch - Walkwood Church of England Middle School CV’s will not be accepted. If you have provided an email address, correspondence will be sent via e-mail. Successful applicants will be contacted with an interview date. If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there. We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We are a Disability Confident Employer, we have a positive approach to employing disabled people and guarantee an interview for applicants who disclose they would like to be considered under this scheme and meet the essential criteria. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, be sure to include these on your application. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role Online Search An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview. Completed applications forms are available from the school and should be returned to: recruitment@walkwoodms.worcs.sch.uk We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of applications. Hours: Full-time Grade: Teachers Main Pay Range – Upper pay Range (£32,916 – £51,048 per annum) Location: Walkwood Church of England Middle School, Feckenham Road, Redditch, B97 5AQ Closing Date: Monday 22nd June 2026 at 9am Shortlisting: Short-listed candidates will be contacted soon after closing date. Interviews: Interviews will take place shortly after shortlisting. Tours of the school will be part of the interview day.